TEAM MEMBER - CHEESE DEPARTMENT

Provides support as a member of the Cheese team to include receiving and preparing product, maintaining the Specialty floor and displays, and selling product in support of the regional Specialty vision. Further, Team Members must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions. All positions must strive to support core values and goals, promote national, regional, and store programs and initiatives, and ensure adherence to all applicable health and safety regulations including Food Safety and regulatory duties required in the department.
Job Responsibilities

Engages in positive and proactive selling.
Ensures a fresh and appealing display by keeping cases and shelves clean and well-stocked.
Monitors spoilage and supply waste to minimize impact on department expenses.
Assists with sampling program, keeping sample areas full, clean and appealing.
Maintains back stock in good order.
Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely and effective manner and models suggestive selling techniques.
Maximizes sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising product.
Follows food safety protocol.
Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned; helps ensure accuracy of signs and pricing.
Immediately reports safety hazards and violations.
Performs other duties as directed by leadership, including working a register, and assisting in other departments

Job Skills

Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in department.
Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness.
Ability to sell proactively.
Strong attention to detail
Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team as well as having the ability to work production alone.
Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members.
Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills.
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.

Experience

Previous employment in a specialty/cheese department is a plus

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), >90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.